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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc

V6 PABMOT history

V6 PAB is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 26 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 130,017 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2026.

V6 PAB grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
130,017 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,581 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 PAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 PAB was last recorded at 130,017 miles on 4 Apr 2026, 1,356 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,661 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,356 miles
Average per year
5,581 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,017 miles
  • 2024 – 128,661 miles
  • 2023 – 126,775 miles
  • 2022 – 124,113 miles
  • 2021 – 122,397 miles
  • 2020 – 120,917 miles
  • 2019 – 115,402 miles
  • 2018 – 108,331 miles
  • 2017 – 103,369 miles
  • 2016 – 97,400 miles
  • 2015 – 87,540 miles
  • 2014 – 82,373 miles
  • 2013 – 73,611 miles
  • 2012 – 67,218 miles
  • 2011 – 61,457 miles
  • 2010 – 55,589 miles
  • 2009 – 45,671 miles
  • 2008 – 34,847 miles
  • 2007 – 27,511 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,017 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSF and OSF (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake effort low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 22 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,017 miles (+1,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    130,017 miles
    Test number
    350854503207
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSF and OSF (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass128,661 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    128,661 miles
    Test number
    605409659350
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail128,661 miles (+1,886)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,661 miles
    Test number
    682896919365
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass126,775 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    126,775 miles
    Test number
    955851911831
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail126,773 miles (+2,660)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,773 miles
    Test number
    100523564934
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass124,113 miles (+1,716)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    124,113 miles
    Test number
    705454280757
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort low

  7. Pass122,397 miles (+1,480)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    122,397 miles
    Test number
    605937227450
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front pipes corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear pipes corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort low
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing smooth towards the outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass120,917 miles (+5,515)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    120,917 miles
    Test number
    125652390151
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes have corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPark brake requirements only just met

  9. Pass115,402 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    115,402 miles
    Test number
    460327968249
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail115,400 miles (+637)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,400 miles
    Test number
    740855739561
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake lever is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (1.1.6 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail114,763 miles (+6,432)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,763 miles
    Test number
    913630988575
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass108,331 miles (+45)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    108,331 miles
    Test number
    789549106979
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel slight vibration on rotation possible bearing/ diff
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail108,286 miles (+4,917)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,286 miles
    Test number
    258112344576
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel slight vibration on rotation possible bearing/ diff
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass103,369 miles (+79)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    103,369 miles
    Test number
    193013850639
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail103,290 miles (+5,890)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,290 miles
    Test number
    194882261829
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device obviously defective pump disconnected (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass97,400 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    97,400 miles
    Test number
    813578506438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail97,348 miles (+9,808)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,348 miles
    Test number
    117924740843
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass87,540 miles (+5,167)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    87,540 miles
    Test number
    524190661457
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass82,373 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    82,373 miles
    Test number
    866045344347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail82,207 miles (+8,596)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,207 miles
    Test number
    328732334342
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass73,611 miles (+69)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    73,611 miles
    Test number
    966567423350
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail73,542 miles (+6,324)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,542 miles
    Test number
    369866323383
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass67,218 miles (+5,761)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    67,218 miles
    Test number
    667189612363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass61,457 miles (+5,868)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    61,457 miles
    Test number
    428299511425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass55,589 miles (+9,918)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    55,589 miles
    Test number
    534960430307
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres getting low on tread on inner edges

  26. Pass45,671 miles (+10,824)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    45,671 miles
    Test number
    311577109334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail34,847 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,847 miles
    Test number
    281868508347
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  28. Pass34,847 miles (+7,336)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    34,847 miles
    Test number
    404808608310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass27,511 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    27,511 miles
    Test number
    123436227394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Fail27,511 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,511 miles
    Test number
    782326727385
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V6 PAB

Does V6 PAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 PAB is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V6 PAB?
The MOT on V6 PAB is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 PAB done?
V6 PAB was recorded at 130,017 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2026, an average of 5,581 miles a year.
Has V6 PAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 PAB has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on V6 PAB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on V6 PAB find?
V6 PAB passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsf and osf.

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